College Independence Scale for Educators

COLLEGE INDEPENDENCE SCALE: TEACHER - PAGE 2 FOR INSTRUCTIONS: After reading each statement below, please select the number on the Teacher Rating Scale which reflects the level of support you feel the student requires to complete the given task. TEACHER RATING SCALE: 1. The student can perform the task independently, with minimal assistance from supportive resources. 2. The student needs verbal prompts, cues, or reminders to start, continue, or complete the task. 3. The student requires significant support to complete the task, including modeling, frequent check ins, or step-by-step verbal/visual assistance. 4. The student struggles to complete the task with support or has not been introduced to the task demand.

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Social Skills

The student starts social conversations with new people.

They behave appropriately in different environments, including school, home, or in social events.

The student sees situations from different perspectives.

They follow a process of building relationships, and shares private information with only close friends and family.

They join social groups or activities regardless of levels of interest.

Emotional Regulation Skills

The student identifies common situations or experiences that lead them to become upset, anxious, or frustrated. They recognize in the moment when they are struggling to manage their emotions.

The student can label how their emotions impact their behaviors or choices.

They reach out to appropriate resources when feeling upset, anxious, or stressed in order to get their needs met. The student uses a range of coping strategies (listening to music, journaling, meditation) in order to meet their individual goals.